Slow-Cooker Cheeseburger Sandwiches

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper
• 1 package (8 ounces) pasteurized prepared cheese product loaf, diced (2 cups)
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
• 1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 12 sandwich buns, split (and toasted on inside, optional)

Steps

1. Cook beef and garlic pepper in 12-inch skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain.
2. Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray or use a crock pot liner.
3. Mix beef and remaining ingredients except buns in cooker.
4. Cover and cook on low heat setting 6 to 7 hours.
5. Serve on buns.
6. Serves 12